Drunken driving is a big issue in New Mexico, and one county has a unique solution.

Starting Monday, convicted drunken drivers in Santa Fe County will be required to take random urine tests.

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County judges came up with the idea after they noticed drunken drivers were landing in their courtrooms multiple times. Officials said 30 percent of the 500 people caught drunk driving in Santa Fe County in a year were repeat offenders.

Those offenders who test positive for alcohol will go before a judge. Officials will also test for drugs as well.

The pilot program will last four to six months. The county may fund it further if it proves successful.

The bill for the program is about $14,000, which will be paid for by revenue from the state's liquor tax.